In a small saucepan, combined sweetened condensed milk and butter. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until butter is melted. Pour powdered sugar into a large bowl. Add melted butter mixture and beat until smooth. Stir in the walnuts, maple flavoring and vanilla. Roll into balls and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm – about 1 hour. In a microwave, melt the chocolate chips, bittersweet chocolate and shortening. Stir until smooth. Dip balls into chocolate and place on waxed paper. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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